ACCRA – The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has held discussions with the leadership of the Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations (GFD) to address key issues impacting persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Ghana. The meeting forms part of ongoing efforts to bolster disability-inclusive social protection frameworks nationwide.
The engagement provided a platform for mutual reflection on the current state of disability support systems and the Ministry’s commitment to ensuring equity, inclusion, and institutional responsiveness. Among the primary topics deliberated were the full implementation of the Disability Act and the imperative to expand access to the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme for PWDs. Discussions also focused on clarifying institutional mandates to effectively enforce disability compliance across various social policies and public services.
Further into the dialogue, the parties addressed calls for sustainable caregiver support and the establishment of safe residential care homes for individuals with severe disabilities. Particular attention was given to the unique needs of elderly persons with disabilities, especially those over 60 years of age. Children with disabilities and special needs were a central part of the conversation, with shared concerns raised regarding existing gaps in inclusive education, early intervention, and the creation of environments conducive to their development and participation.
Minister Lartey underscored the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to fostering institutional coordination, ensuring accountability, and delivering truly inclusive programmes. She reiterated that building a society where no child, caregiver, or person with disability is left behind remains a fundamental priority within Ghana’s overarching social protection framework.
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